When it comes to receiving a quality education in the Portland area, there is certainly no shortage of options for children, families and young adults—along with those who are looking to continue their education or professional development later in life.

Here there are. The list of metro Portland's largest employers (private and public), representing a wide range of industries from outdoor & athletic apparel to food manufacturing, and of course — technology.

The tech scene is booming, and Portland has become one of the hottest tech hubs in the country. Startups are adding staff, established tech companies are expanding to Portland, and everything in between.